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Israel, US Strike Iran to Stop "Existential Threat," Says UN Envoy

Israel's Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, stated that joint military action with the United States against Iran was necessary to stop an "existential threat." He outlined objectives to eliminate the immediate threat from the Iranian regime, dismantle its nuclear program, and break its regional proxy network. Danon asserted the war is with the regime, not the Iranian people, and vowed to continue targeting its leadership. The strikes mark a sharp escalation, with Iran retaliating against Israeli and US assets, risking a wider regional conflict.

Key Points: Israel, US Launch Joint Strikes on Iran, Citing Existential Threat

  • Joint US-Israel strikes target Iran
  • Aim to dismantle nuclear program
  • Neutralize Iranian proxy networks
  • Ambassador calls action a "necessity"
  • Strikes risk broader regional conflict
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"Acted to stop an existential threat to Israel, to our allies, and to global stability": Israel's Ambassador to UN

Israel's UN Ambassador says joint US-Israel strikes aimed to dismantle Iran's nuclear program and proxy network, calling action a "necessity."

"Today, Israel, together with the United States, acted to stop an existential threat to Israel, to our allies, and to global stability. - Danny Danon"

New York, March 1

Israel's Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon said that Israel, together with the United States, had "acted to stop an existential threat to Israel, to our allies, and to global stability."

He asserted that their objective was to eliminate the immediate threat posed by the Iranian regime, dismantle its nuclear and ballistic missile capabilities, and neutralise its regional proxy network.

"Today, Israel, together with the United States, acted to stop an existential threat to Israel, to our allies, and to global stability. When a regime chants, Death to Israel, death to America, we take it seriously... Our objectives are clear: to eliminate the immediate threat posed by the Iranian regime and to dismantle its nuclear program. Destroy its ballistic missile production capabilities, neutralise naval threats, and break the terror proxy network... We all know when the real escalation began. It began when the Iranian regime armed proxies across the region, when it expended missiles and drones, when it advanced its nuclear program in violation of all its commitments, and when it brutally slaughtered its own people," Danon said.

"Now, Israel and the US act to prevent an irreversible and immediate threat, and the condemnation is immediate. Some call this aggression; we call it necessity... To the brave people of Iran, we stand with you. We admire your courage. Our war is not with you, but with a murderous regime that continues to plan attacks against us and has crushed the Iranian people for almost 50 years... When leaders openly call for our destruction and build the means to carry it out, we do not dismiss it. We do not gamble with our survival; we act," he said.

Danon said that Israel will "continue to target the leadership of this radical regime" and take all necessary steps to create conditions for a new future for the Iranian people and regional stability, adding that the time for Iranians to take control of their country's future is "very soon."

"We will continue to target the leadership of this radical regime, and we will do whatever is necessary to enable the right conditions for a new future for the people of Iran and stability for the region... I think everyone sees what is happening on the ground and understands that the time for the Iranian people to take control of the future is very soon," he said.

On Saturday, the United States and Israel carried out joint missile attacks on Iran, with large explosions reported in Tehran and other major cities, signalling a sharp escalation that risks expanding tensions into a broader regional conflict in the Middle East.

Meanwhile, Iran has retaliated, targeting Israel and US assets in multiple Gulf states. Multiple explosions have been heard in Iran's capital, Tehran, while blasts have also been reported in several other locations across the country.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
This is worrying for global stability. India has strong ties with both Israel and Iran. We need peace in the Middle East for our energy security and the safety of our diaspora there. Hope our diplomats are working behind the scenes to calm tensions. 🙏
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Aryan P
The ambassador makes a fair point. If a country openly chants for your destruction and builds weapons, you can't just ignore it. Israel has a right to defend itself. The Iranian people deserve better than a regime that funds proxies and crushes their dreams.
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Sarah B
As someone living in Delhi, my first thought is about the impact on us. Fuel prices will shoot up. This feels like a distant conflict that will hit our wallets directly. The world powers need to think about the ripple effects on developing economies.
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Vikram M
The statement about standing with the brave people of Iran is crucial. The problem is the regime, not the citizens. Hope this leads to a future where Iran can be a peaceful neighbor. But military action is always a gamble with unpredictable consequences.
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Karthik V
This "existential threat" language is used too often. It justifies pre-emptive strikes that can start full-blown wars. India must stay neutral and advocate for dialogue. Our foreign policy should focus on protecting our interests, not getting drawn into other nations' conflicts.

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